LASER GUM CONTOURING

A fast fix for “gummy” or crooked smiles.

A great smile isn’t just about great teeth. Some people have too much gum tissue (a “gummy” smile) or their gums may be uneven (a “crooked” smile). Either way, gum surgery can make a big difference.

“Gummy” smiles are caused by an overgrowth of gum tissue, which dominates the mouth, making the teeth seem almost secondary in appearance. This can be due to heredity or caused by certain health problems or medications.

Crooked smiles can be caused by uneven gums as well as crooked teeth. Gum surgery, together with dental procedures, can turn a crooked smile into a beautiful one.

Gum plastic surgery uses the diode laser, which vaporizes unnecessary or unsightly gum tissue with pinpoint accuracy. Most procedures take just a few minutes, and patients can usually return to work and normal activities the same day.

Dr. Koczarski is one of the nation’s leading experts on gum plastic surgery, and he conducts training classes for dentists across the country on the use and effectiveness of the diode laser.